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Pirates Even Series with Extra-Inning Win as Cubs Seek Bounce-Back

Saturday’s matchup between Mike Burrows and Matthew Boyd could tip the balance of this four-game set at Wrigley Field.

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Jun 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) hits a two-run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Cubs opened the series with a 3-2 victory Thursday, fueled by Pete Crow-Armstrong’s two-run homer in the fourth inning.
  • Jameson Taillon secured the win in Game 1 with seven strikeouts over 6 1/3 innings, holding the Pirates to four hits and two runs.
  • Crow-Armstrong’s 18th homer made him the first player since 2015 to slug homers on pitches both above 3.9 feet and below 0.9 feet in a single season.
  • Pittsburgh answered in Game 2 with a 2-1 extra-innings win as Paul Skenes delivered five scoreless innings and Isiah Kiner-Falefa drove in the decisive run.
  • Game 3 on Saturday pairs Burrows against Boyd and offers the Cubs a chance to regain momentum during their 10-game homestand.